Sharon L'Alles
A French female cyborg athlete known for speed and agility.
How it plays
Players compete in a sequence of short sporting events viewed primarily from a side-on perspective. Objectives vary by event: reach the finish first, achieve the greatest distance or height, hit targets, or avoid obstacles while maintaining speed.
Progress depends on rapid inputs, timing, positioning, and learning each event's rules. The game is most effective with several players, as direct competition determines the pace and excitement of the event sequence.
Plan your run
Learn the timing pattern of each event instead of relying only on rapid button presses. In races, maintain a consistent rhythm; in throwing and jumping events, prioritize release timing and positioning.
When playing competitively, watch the event objective carefully. Some rounds reward precision or survival rather than simply moving as fast as possible.
Meet the cast
A French female cyborg athlete known for speed and agility.
A British competitor with strong power-oriented performance.
A Japanese veteran athlete with balanced overall ability.
A powerful Kenyan competitor who stands out in strength and endurance events.
A young Chinese athlete with a nimble and distinctive style.
An American athlete with solid all-round performance, approachable for beginners.
Before you begin
Practice each event separately when possible.
Use a steady input rhythm in events that require repeated presses.
Prioritize timing and positioning in throwing, jumping, and target events.
Numan Athletics is a 1993 arcade sports game developed and published by Namco. It presents a colorful set of exaggerated track-and-field events in which superhuman competitors race, throw, jump, and survive hazards. The game is designed for quick competitive play, supporting simultaneous participation and emphasizing timing, button input, and spectacle rather than realistic simulation. Its event-based format makes each round easy to understand, while the unusual challenges give it a distinct arcade identity. Numan Athletics received positive attention among arcade players for its energetic presentation, accessible multiplayer competition, and inventive interpretation of athletics.
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